INTASC+Standard+01

**INTASC Standard 1** The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) he or she teaches and can create learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for students.


 * Specific Category of Standard 1**


 * INTASC.1.A || K: The teacher understands major concepts, assumptions, debates, processes of inquiry, and ways of knowing that are central to the discipline(s) s/he teaches.  ||

**Understanding Sentence** The teacher creates experiences that show and utilize an understanding of the concepts and approaches of the field of education.


 * Artifacts**


 * //Classroom Map and Philosophy //

 The artifact for this standard exemplifies my understanding of INTASC Standard 1.A. Through this map and paper I have shown how I would use my knowledge of the philosophies of education to implement my own personal philosophy within the classroom. I want children to get a wide range of experiences and I want every child to have the opportunity to learn in different environments. Movements and changes of scenery throughout the school day help children to remember what they learned better. It also helps teacher avoid behavior problems. Through this map I have shown my personal belief that students must get a variety of settings during a school day and perform a variety of injury situations.  
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<span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">These artifacts show that while I am a very hands-on learner and need those real experiences, I also like to have the opportunity to work independently and in very controlled environments. This will help me to be a better teacher. Liking a variety of working environments and understanding what it takes to reach different modes of learning can only be a benefit in education. All children learn differently and we all have our own preferred way to learn (independently, partners, groups, etc.). By understanding that having a wide range of opportunities in one classroom, like the one created in this artifact, I create an environment that reaches all children. Students can use their desks to do group work or work independently, they can all come together as a whole class at the floor mat, and they can use spaces like the activity table and computers to also do group and individual work. Children need different learning opportunities and everyone learns best under certain conditions. As the teacher it is my job to facilitate that best suited learning environment for my students.